No. Generally, you can not have your criminal record expunged in New York State. You can get such records sealed in certain cases.

Up to two convictions can be sealed (but no more than one felony).

What is the difference between expunging a criminal record and sealing a criminal record?

Understanding expungement vs. sealing of a criminal record, one must understand the meaning of the terms

Expunge meaning to destroy, erase or delete would mean that the record went away.

To seal a criminal record in this context means to conceal or hide the record. To put it away so that it can not be viewed. No different than being sealed in a place and concealed rather than destroyed.

This distinction is important in understanding what happens when a criminal record is sealed in NY. As mentioned above, there are instances when the record would still be available to government officials and potentially in some other limited cases.

What types of convictions cannot be sealed in NY?

Generally, sex offenses, class A and violent felonies can not be sealed in NY.

How long does it take to have a criminal record sealed in NY?

There is no correct answer. However, because the District Attorney in the County of conviction has 45 days to file an objection, it is generally safe to say that it takes at least 46 days.

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